• It's Okay to Have big Feelings: A kids guide about emotions and feelings (Author Interview)

     https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJSWNMNWWhat inspired you to write "It’s Okay to Have Big Feelings" and focus on a child's emotional journey? I choose to write a story about a child’s emotional journey based on my experience with my son. As a first time parent, I found myself struggling with his intense feelings of frustration at times and I realized the importance of equipping children with the necessary tools to feel secure and learn how to effectively manage their emotions in a healthy and constructive manner. This story aims to address these challenges and provide guidance for both parents and educators in nurturing emotional development in children. Leo, the protagonist, experiences a range of emotions throughout the story. Are any of his experiences drawn from your own childhood or from someone you know?My inspiration for writing “It’s Okay to Have Big Feelings” came from my own son. I was deeply moved by his experiences and emotions, which served as the foundation for the story.The description mentions that the book is not just a story but also a tool for parents and teachers. Can you elaborate on how you envision them using this book?Sometimes, toddlers may need a quiet space to express their emotions. Teachers and parents can create a quiet corner that allows for this expression in a safe and positive environment. Engaging with “ It’s Okay to Have Big Feelings” can serve as a healthy distraction from whatever is causing the frustration. It shifts their focus to a more positive activity and over time it will promote problem solving. Through this book you can teach children self regulation by recognizing their own frustration, it promotes independence as they learn to take proactive steps to manage their emotions and empowers them to take control of their mental state by confiding in your closed ones. As parents, they can use this book as a way to offer comfort and create a special bond reinforcing a sense of security and trust in the parent-child relationship. You mention the importance of seeking help when needed. How does the book guide children towards this realization and action? Young readers join Leo on an emotional journey when his favorite toy becomes stuck. Frustration sets in, but Leo’s mom steps in offering comfort and guidance to help him solve the problem. Through Leo’s experience, the story highlights the strong bond between parents and children, emphasizing the value of seeking help and support from close family and friends as a way for children to learn self regulation and navigate their emotions effectively. "Being true to themselves is what makes them truly special" is a powerful message. Can you discuss the significance of this theme in the book? When we pay attention to our emotions, it helps us understand ourselves better. Being true to ourselves means being honest about how we feel and what we believe in. It’s like showing our real self to the world just like how we show our happy and ... Readmore

  • Unleash Your Potential: A Journey to Empowerment (Author Interview)

     https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CC7FGHYW/What inspired you to write "Unleash Your Potential"? Did any personal experiences drive you to explore the topic of empowerment in such depth?Many years ago, I found myself in a psychological deadlock due to the nature of my work, external factors, and personal relationships that seemed to be crumbling before me. I was selfish and tried to justify all the negative moments as being caused by other people. I read several self-improvement books and secretly practiced what I had learned with friends and family. I noticed that everything was changing for the better, and this helped me dig deeper into myself and improve whatever made me feel bad.I had always been the rebel in my family. I developed my skills significantly when I used to work for a multinational company in the sales field. I managed to be the best and build a dynamic and excellent relationship with my clients, which boosted my self-confidence. What I essentially changed was the discipline within myself in everything I did. My discipline gave me proper time management, and this, in turn, allowed me to analyze different aspects of my character.You can't change your life in a day, but your life can change in a day! To change the way people perceive you, you must first change yourself. All these internal changes led me to take life coaching courses and study body language. I considered writing my first book three years ago, but I felt I wasn't ready. I dedicated myself to helping people who faced daily life challenges and couldn't manage their lives. I stood by their side and helped them regain control of their lives.In their faces, I saw myself. Many years ago, I had suicidal tendencies and had fallen into deep depression. I know what it means to experience mental darkness and to feel suffocated by the exhausting daily routine we go through. This drove me to transfer all my knowledge and techniques, just a part of it, into my first book. I didn't write it to receive good reviews, but if even one person can improve and develop their personality and mindset for the better, it will be a blessing and success for me. The book promises to take readers on a "transformative journey". How did your own personal journey inform the lessons and insights you share?My personal journey is not different from that of other people. We all find ourselves on the wheel of life; it's just that each person chooses which spoke of the wheel to emphasize. Some focus on family, others on their careers, and some on personal happiness. I wasn't happy with my life. My own wheel of life had broken, and I felt helpless. One day, I read online that the best way to understand where you are and what the positives and negatives are is to write them down on a blank piece of paper. The result shocked me with what I wrote.So, I started a new list with all the changes I wanted to make. The journey was long but beautiful. You touch upon the concept of overcoming limiting belie... Readmore

  • Resilience for Student Athletes: Empowering Student Athletes to Soar Beyond Adversity

     https://www.amazon.com/author/resilienceforstudentathletesHello Everyone!I am so happy that you are here! This "Labor Of Love" took on its own life and I can't wait to share it with you! I sincerely believe that when you read this book, it will check off all of the boxes for the reason(s) why you are here!Throughout "Resilience for Student Athletes", you will find inspiring success stories from athletes who have applied the principles of resilience! These stories serve as living proof that with the right mindset and strategies, you too can overcome challenges and achieve your athletic and academic goals!Whether you're a STUDENT ATHLETE, a PARENT looking to support your child's athletic journey, a COACH seeking to inspire your team, a TEACHER or a MENTOR "Resilience for Student Athletes" makes an excellent gift. Give the gift of resilience and empower the student athlete in your life to thrive, gain insights on how to turn obstacles into stepping stones and use setbacks as opportunities for growth.STUDENT ATHLETES face unique challenges, from rigorous training schedules to academic demands, competition pressure, and personal setbacks. "Resilience for Student Athletes" is your roadmap to not only surviving, but thriving in your journey. Readmore

  • Worst Knights Ever

     https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CBL678MK/"Hilarious and irreverent! The only thing I don't like about this is that I didn't think of this premise first." - Steve Hofstetter, comedianIt's autumn 2001, and a fire-breathing dragon is destroying London. With most of her military overseas, the Queen decides to do what previous Queens would've done and call in her Knights!The only problem is that the Queen has only knighted celebrities.Worst Knights Ever is the hilarious tale of four celebrities who volunteer to hunt down the dragon and try and save all of London.This novel is an R-rated fantasy satire that has been called Jaws meets Ricky Gervais' Extras. Its outrageous irreverent humour and surprising heart have delighted early reviewers.The novel is very inclusive and features LGTBQ heroes.If you like quick wit, some dirty jokes, loving relationships, and brave celebrities who are under-prepared and in grave danger - You will love Worst Knights Ever! Readmore

  • Bible Talk: 50 literal drawings explained (Author Interview)

     https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Talk-literal-drawings-explained/dp/B0CJ3X98CXWhat inspired you to create "Bible Talk: 50 literal drawings explained"?I wanted to create a book that would get people’s attention and give them an enjoyable way to learn what the Bible is about.How did you choose which Biblical sayings to depict in your drawings?I wanted to cover all the important points in the Bible. And I also looked for sayings that could be depicted in a humorous drawing. And there were some false teachings I wanted to expose.In what ways did you ensure that your interpretations were faithful to the original context and meaning of the Bible?That can only be done with God’s blessings and a lot of hard work.You mention that the book also addresses "some of the false ideas most people have about God." Can you provide an example of a common misconception and how your drawings challenge it?One of them is the idea that God tortures people forever in fire. The drawing depicts that absurd idea, and then I debunk it in my explanation.How did you approach the task of translating written scripture into a visual format while maintaining its depth and complexity?I took a lot of risks. Boldness is an essential element of a good book.How do you hope readers will benefit from "Bible Talk: 50 literal drawings explained"?My hope is that it will make them look for answers in the Bible for themselves.Which of the 50 drawings resonates the most with you personally, and why?Probably the last one, where Jesus is waking Lazarus from death. It takes the fear out of death. And that’s really the message of the Bible.In our visually-driven age, how do you see the role of art in enhancing one's understanding of religious texts like the Bible?People will look at a drawing and get an AHA moment. They’ll think, I know that, he’s fishing for people! Illustrations are so important in a book.https://www.tiktok.com/@christianbroadcastinghub/video/7280563164725464362https://www.tiktok.com/@mariasauthorloop/video/7280564394113633582https://www.pinterest.com/pin/62417144827881075https://www.pinterest.com/pin/62417144827881076 Readmore

An Evening in Guanima: A Treasury of Folktales from The Bahamas


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The EBook Release of An Evening in Guanima by Patricia Glinton-Meicholas

Ever heard of the Gaulin Woman? Do you know why serpents don’t have legs? Or why a three-legged donkey talks and flies? I can pretty much guarantee that you’ve never read about or encountered the characters in the book An Evening in Guanima. This unique treasury of original stories, based on the folktale themes and characters of the Bahamas “Ol’ Story” tradition, is beautifully written by one of the leading and award-winning writers of the beautiful islands of The Bahamas—Patricia Glinton-Meicholas. View Patricia’s bio and accomplishments at www.guanimacreative.com.

Get your e-copy of An Evening in Guanima from the Kindle bookstore, at amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Ibooks and other online distributors.

Quite frankly, this storyteller has an exquisite way with words. As a former teacher of languages Patricia wrote An Evening in Guanima with the young reader in mind. While holding to the traditions of Bahamian storytelling and folklore, she crafted each story to teach life lessons, develop language skills and to make sure they would bring sheer delight to the reader.


Along with its fascinating characters, An Evening in Guanima is loaded with wry metaphor and hilarious dialogue to keep readers engaged, entertained and amused. There are magic drums, ghosts, obedient and disobedient children, heroes, tricksters and birds that assume human form, holding sway in a world where poetic justice always brings about a satisfactory ending. This is the stuff of An Evening in Guanima.
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